Group 1: Industry Developments - BYD and ByteDance are collaborating to establish an "AI + High-Throughput Joint Laboratory" to tackle key technical issues in power batteries such as fast charging, lifespan, and safety [1] - JinJing New Energy and EVE Energy have launched a global lithium battery recycling network platform to enhance the effective recovery and reuse of retired battery materials [3] - The green energy storage intelligent manufacturing project by Feimaotai has commenced in Tianjin, with an annual production capacity of 96GWh planned [5] Group 2: Technological Advancements - Envision AESC has received the Witness Laboratory Qualification Certificate from TÜV Rheinland, enabling independent testing according to international safety standards [7] - Formosa Plastics Group has initiated trial production of solid-state batteries, aiming for mass production by 2027 and focusing on applications in small electric vehicles and drones [9] - LG and Toyota are forming a joint venture in North Carolina to establish a battery recycling pre-treatment plant, with a planned annual capacity of 13,500 tons starting in 2026 [12] - Samsung plans to incorporate Tesla's dry electrode technology in its solid-state batteries set for release in 2027, targeting a specific energy density of 500Wh/kg and rapid charging capabilities [14]